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Liebherr MF1851

Upright Freezer · 7.8

Summary

The Liebherr MF1851 is an upright freezer with 7.8 capacity that uses 412 kWh per year, costing approximately $65.92annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $659.20 in energy costs alone. It uses 16% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.

Ranked #309 out of 614 freezers by annual running cost, it costs $1.92 more per year than the category average of $64.

$65.92
per year to run
66
efficiency score /100
$659.20
10-year energy cost

How This Compares to Other Freezers

Ranked #309 out of 614 in the freezers category (by lowest annual cost).

Annual Cost
$65.92 vs avg $64
$1.92/yr more expensive
Energy Use
412 kWh vs avg 400
12 kWh more
Efficiency Score
66 vs avg 62
Above average

Energy Details

Annual Energy Use412 kWh/year
Federal Standard480 kWh/year
Better Than Standard16%
Annual Cost (at $0.16/kWh)$65.92
Monthly Cost (estimated)$5.49
Capacity7.8
BrandLiebherr
TypeUpright Freezer
Date Certified2018-10-05

Running Cost Breakdown

Estimated electricity costs at different time horizons (based on $0.16/kWh US average rate):

Monthly
$5.49
1 Year
$65.92
5 Years
$329.60
10 Years
$659.20

Actual costs vary by location. States like Hawaii ($0.43/kWh) pay significantly more while Idaho ($0.11/kWh) pays less. Use our energy calculator to estimate costs at your local rate.

What This Means for You

The Liebherr MF1851 costs more to run than the average freezer. At $65.92/year, you'll pay approximately $19.20 more over 10 years compared to a typical model. Consider whether its other features justify the higher operating cost.

Energy costs are just one factor in choosing a freezer. Consider the purchase price, features, reliability, and how the total cost of ownership (purchase price + energy costs over its expected lifespan) compares to alternatives.

Energy cost estimated at $0.16/kWh (US national average). Your actual cost depends on your local electricity rate and usage patterns. Data from ENERGY STAR certified product database.